Winter in Boston can be harsh, but before you barricade yourself inside for the whole season to binge watch Netflix, check out some of the awesome winter adventures the city has to offer. From ice-skating on Frog Pond to rocking out on St. Patrick’s day, Boston has a plenty of events for cold weather wimps and warriors alike.

In this second seasonal update, Sprout battles the urge to bust out the snuggies by finding Boston’s hottest winter events. While most people are hunkering down for a long hibernation, Bostonians are bundling up and charging into the storm in search of something to do. Whether you’re into art, the outdoors, networking, design, food or music, we guarantee there is something worth braving the weather for.

Dropkick Murphys on St. Patty’s Day – Grab your “Kiss Me I’m Irish” shirt, chug a Guinness or two, and head down to the House of Blues for the most Irish concert of the decade. 3/16 – 3/18

March Madness – Rouse up some healthy competition at one of Boston’s best sports bahs. Starts 3/17

Tech Madness – Want the thrill of a bracket style competition but have no interest in basketball? Watch your favorite startups battle it out at Tech Madness. (Be sure to root for 2 of our clients Ecovent and Woo!)

EVENT RECAPS

Big Air at Fenway – Just last week Fenway Park was transformed into a winter wonderland complete with a 140 foot tall ramp for the Polartec Big Air Fenway ski and snowboard competition.

Winter Classic – Beer, brawls, and Bruins – what more could a Bostonian ask for?